genthite

noun

genth·​ite

ˈgenˌthīt

plural -s

: a mineral approximately (Ni,Mg)₄Si₃O₁₀.6H₂O, consisting of a soft amorphous pale green or yellowish nickel magnesium silicate

Word History

Etymology

F.A.Genth + English -ite

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